Chief of Police

Welcome to the Shirley Police Department!

The Shirley Police Department is a professional organization, whose members pride themselves in delivering services with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity and respect at all times. More than ever, we are members of the community wanting to make a difference.

We are proud to lead and participate in programs and projects such as Senior Citizen Call in service, motorcycle patrols, vacant house checks, Citizen Ride Along program, College Internships, Pizza with the Police and Coffee with a Cop.

The police department has always adhered to the philosophy that dedication to patrol is the best crime prevention and accident prevention available. A reputation of a firm but fair approach to law enforcement is invaluable in deterring would be law breakers and unsafe drivers.

However, we are also mindful that there is always room for improvement; better and more innovative ways to get the job done, so we encourage comments and feedback from all of you. Please feel free to contact me or any other member of the Shirley Police Department with questions, concerns or comments, via telephone, e-mail at ssantiago@shirley-mapd.org, or by stopping in at the police station.

Sincerely,

Samuel Santiago
Chief of Police

September 2003 Police Officer

November 2010 Police Sergeant

February 2017 Acting Chief of Police

July 2017 Chief of Police

Clark University-Worcester, Ma

Master of Public Administration Candidate

Springfield College-Springfield, Ma

Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice/Human Service (Cum Laude)

Our Mission

It is the mission of the Shirley Police Department to enhance the quality of life throughout the Town of Shirley by reducing crime through prevention and enforcement and therefore creating a sense of security in the community and eliminating the fear of crime.